IELTS SPEAKING: TECHNOLOGY - PART 3 SAMPLE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

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IELTS SPEAKING: TECHNOLOGY - PART 3 SAMPLE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

In this lesson, you will review speaking part 3 tips, practice your listening, learn some key vocabulary and read some sample answers for IELTS speaking part 3 questions related to technology.

01 Listen and fill in the blanks

Watch and listen to the video of our sample answers below. Use a notebook to take note of the answers. Then check your answers.

02 Practice

Now it's your turn, prepare your own answers using some of the vocabulary you learned today.

You should use the model answers to help you and you can 'steal' some phrases but you should not copy or try to memorize the answers.

Then, practice answering the below questions. It is a good idea to record your answers on your phone then listen to the answers and correct any mistakes you can hear.

Remember to get a high score you need to to the following.

Answer the question by paraphrasing.

Expand. (Why/when/how long)

Use different tenses/structures.

Include fluency markers.

Use some idiomatic vocabulary and phrasal verbs.

1. What are the advantages of modern technology?

(Answer)

There is no doubt that technology provides many benefits in terms of communication and entertainment but I believe it's greatest advantage is in education.

(Reason)

I say this because technological devices combined with the internet give everyone the opportunity to learn. I mean, the web is not limited by location and is actually much cheaper than traditional education.

(Example)

For instance, a few decades ago, if someone lived in a rural or impoverished area, they might not have had access to a library or a good school. Therefore, it was probably quite difficult for them to expand their knowledge. Nowadays, provided one has a wifi connection, almost any subject can be learned online from wherever you are in the world.

2. Do you think there are any disadvantages to technology?

(Answer)

Certainly. Despite its advantages, there are definitely some major drawbacks.

(Explanation)

These days, as a result of developments in technology, people have become dependent on it for entertainment and pleasure. I'd go as far to say that some are addicted to it, particularly children, which isn't healthy.

(Example)

Let me give you an example; when I was a child, I didn't have a phone or an ipad or access to the internet. I spent my spare time playing football and building treehouses with my neighbours! Not only did I have a fun and healthy childhood,I also learned how to socialise. Nowadays, children seem to spend all of their leisure time playing computer games which is not only bad for their eyes but also their social skills.

(Suggestion)

Parents should certainly limit the amount of time they allow their kids to spend on these activities.

3. Could you make a prediction regarding the future of technology?

(Answer)

Mmm give a moment think about that. I suppose it is likely that, not too long from now, we will all live in smart homes as a result of technological developments.

(Reason)

I believe this because I've noticed more and more smart products being released.

(Example)

A good example of this is a smart fridge that I watched a video about on youtube recently. The contents of the fridge are monitored and it can even automatically order certain products when they run out!

(Opinion)

Although there are obvious benefits to smart products in terms of convenience, I would argue that they will make people lazier!

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